/oˈpwesto/

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Translation

opposite, contrary

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Word origin

From Latin oppositus, the past participle of opponere ('to set against'), from ob ('against') plus ponere ('to place'). The same root gives English 'opposite' and 'opponent'.

Origin
Latin
Root
oppositus
English cognates
opposite, opponent

Grammar

Feminineopuesta
Masc pluralopuestos
Fem pluralopuestas

Examples

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We live on the opposite side of the street.

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They have completely opposing opinions.

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The car turned in the opposite direction.

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My brother and I are opposites in everything.

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Why do you always do the opposite of what I ask?

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This word is taught in chapter 39, lesson 7: opuesto, trofeo, espeluznante and 6 more words.